Tom Bilyeu interviews Joe Lonsdale about the dangers America faces from China's rise and internal weaknesses. Lonsdale, who was once optimistic about China, shares his concerns about its communist regime, intellectual property theft, and rapid advancements in biotech and defense. They discuss the decline of meritocracy in the US government due to the removal of standardized tests and the rise of political virtue signaling, which has led to a less competent and more bureaucratic system. Lonsdale highlights the need to restore merit-based systems, promote innovation, and address the challenges posed by China's unfair competition and corporate espionage, emphasizing the importance of rebuilding America's manufacturing and defense capabilities to counter these threats.
